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1. UV-C Inhibition of Biofilm in Space Habitation Water Systems

   Online Presentations | 01 Sep 2023 | Contributor(s):: Milton Johnson, Ken Niimi, NEWT Center, Rice University

   Bacterial biofilms occur everywhere water sources as present, including the international Space Station (ISS). These can lead to water contamination and potential health effects for astronauts. This study utilized an inexpensive and chemical free approach to sanitazing space habitats by...

2. Transfer of CO2 Into Organics by Au-Biofilm

   Online Presentations | 01 Sep 2023 | Contributor(s):: Ashley Fauss, Min Long, NEWT Center, Rice University

   There is currently an increase in urbanization and deforestation causing an abrupt increase of CO2 in the atmosphere. This project focuses on reducing carbon emissions in an effort to mitigate the effects of climate change by utilizing a membrane biofilm reactor which diffuses the CO2 across...